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The shortened advanced course for Army physicians

D Moritz1, R L Copeland, M N Vernalis

  • 1Department of Surgery, Brooke Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, TX 78234.

Military Medicine
|March 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

The Army developed an abbreviated Advanced Course to enhance military physician education. Study findings indicate an 8-week duration is appropriate, aiming to improve training and encourage physician attendance.

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Area of Science:

  • Military medicine
  • Medical education

Background:

  • The U.S. Army employs career courses for officer development.
  • Army physicians have historically underutilized these professional military education courses.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the suitability of an abbreviated Advanced Course for Army physicians.
  • To provide data for improving the course and increasing physician participation.

Main Methods:

  • A study was conducted with physicians attending the inaugural abbreviated Advanced Course.
  • Feedback was collected to assess the course length and content.

Main Results:

  • The 8-week duration of the abbreviated Advanced Course was found to be appropriate by attending physicians.

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  • The study identified areas for course enhancement and strategies to boost attendance.

    • Conclusions:

    • The abbreviated Advanced Course is a viable and effective component of military physician training.
    • This course is expected to become mandatory, forming a core part of all Army physicians' education.